[NZhistory.net.nz] 1950s, Hawke's Bay earthquake and more

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Welcome to the NZHistory newsletter, 4 Feb 2011
 
NEW CONTENT
The 1950s - decade study
The 1950s saw New Zealanders fight in the Korean War, conquer Mt Everest
and crack the 2 million population mark, among many other things. We
provide an overview of the decade and a year-by-year breakdown of some
of the key events - perfect for the classroom.
http://www.nzhistory.net.nz/culture/the-1950s

Images of the Hawke's Bay earthquake
To mark the 80th anniversary of the Hawke's Bay earthquake we've just
added this amazing series of images from a private photo album.
http://www.nzhistory.net.nz/media/photo/hawkes-bay-earthquake-images

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Today in History and other topics related to New Zealand history

WAITANGI DAY 
For anyone interested in learning more about the Treaty of Waitangi,
we've got it covered with a range of topics here:
http://www.nzhistory.net.nz/category/tid/133  - if you already know it
all, you test yourself on our quiz:
http://www.nzhistory.net.nz/quiz/treaty-waitangi-quiz


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